Deportees from the US hop embassy-to-embassy in Panama in a desperate scramble to seek asylum

Since the UN's 1947 partition of Palestine into Jewish and Arab states, it has played a crucial role in Palestinian affairs, aiming to revive the two-state solution. Key events include the 1948 Nakba, the 1967 Resolution 242 calling for Israeli withdrawal, the 1993 Oslo Accords, and recent US vetoes on Palestinian statehood requests despite global recognition of Palestine by numerous UN members. Want More Context? 🔎

After intense negotiations, the EU and US reached a trade deal, marking a significant moment in their economic relationship ahead of upcoming tariff talks with China. The agreement, hailed as a victory for both sides, is expected to generate substantial tariff revenue for the US and address trade imbalances, though specific investment details remain unclear. Want More Context? 🔎

Israel has agreed to a one-week increase in aid to Gaza amid warnings from the UN about the urgent need to prevent famine and a health crisis, as one in three people reportedly hasn’t eaten for days. Limited pauses in fighting are underway, with aid deliveries beginning, but widespread concerns remain about the sufficiency and safety of the aid reaching those in need. Want More Context? 🔎

An undocumented father, Narciso Barranco, was arrested by federal immigration agents in California while working, leading to a violent confrontation captured on video. Speaking emotionally at a press conference after his release on bond, Barranco thanked his family and the community for their support, while highlighting the broader issue of unjust arrests affecting many undocumented individuals. Want More Context? 🔎

Outback Wrangler star Matt Wright has pleaded not guilty to three counts of attempting to pervert the course of justice related to a fatal helicopter crash in February 2022 that killed co-star Chris "Willow" Wilson. His trial is set to begin on Wednesday, expected to last four weeks with around 25 witnesses, while Wright remains calm and supportive of his wife during proceedings. Want More Context? 🔎

France and Saudi Arabia will co-chair a UN conference from July 28-30 aimed at reviving the two-state solution for Israel and Palestine, with French President Macron announcing plans to recognize Palestine in September. The conference will address Palestinian state recognition, reform of the Palestinian Authority, disarmament of Hamas, and normalization of relations with Israel, amid escalating tensions and humanitarian crises in Gaza, although Israel and the US will not participate. Want More Context? 🔎